Join VerbaCare — Where Special Educators Are Heard, Supported, and Empowered

About VerbaCare:
VerbaCare is a clinician-led, school-based special education agency with over 20 years of experience. We prioritize transparency, collaboration, and respect—empowering teachers and support staff to make a real impact. Our mission is to help students with diverse and intensive learning needs thrive through well-supported, well-equipped educators.

Position Overview:
We are hiring a passionate and qualified Special Education Teacher to lead a Special Day Class (SDC) for students with Moderate to Severe Support Needs (Mod/Severe) in Stockton, CA. In this role, you’ll provide highly individualized academic and life skills instruction, manage behavior intervention plans, and support the overall development of students in a structured, inclusive setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with moderate to severe disabilities
• Provide standards-based and functional academic instruction in a self-contained classroom
• Implement evidence-based teaching strategies, including AAC, visual supports, and structured routines
• Collaborate with general education staff, therapists, paraprofessionals, and families
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and adapt instruction accordingly
• Lead compliant IEP meetings and maintain required documentation
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that fosters independence
• Engage and communicate regularly with families and caregivers to strengthen home–school relationships

Required Qualifications

• • Valid California Education Specialist Credential – Moderate/Severe
  • CLAD or English Learner Authorization

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Special Education
• Experience in a Mod/Severe SDC setting
• Familiarity with behavior support plans, assistive technology, and life skills curriculum

Why VerbaCare

• • Transparent Pay Structure: Earn 80% of your billable rate — no guesswork, no surprises
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and paid sick leave
  • Mentorship & Support: Ongoing support from practicing clinicians and a responsive admin team
  • Professional Growth: CEU and licensure assistance, therapy materials stipends, and advancement opportunities
  • Balanced Workload: Reasonable caseloads, thoughtful placements, and a culture that values your well-being

• Referral Bonuses: Get rewarded for helping us grow our educator community

Service Areas

Stockton • Sacramento • Tracy • Manteca • Lodi • Elk Grove • Modesto

Apply Now

Are you ready to join a team that puts special educators first? At VerbaCare, we give you the tools, flexibility, and backing you need to succeed and grow.

Apply today to make a meaningful difference as a Special Education Teacher – SDC Mod/Severe in Stockton, CA.